Under the current system, when drugs lose their patent and become generic, meaning they can be sold by any manufacturer, pharmaceutical companies have little incentive to file new license applications. As a result, drugs that have shown promise for purposes other than those for which they were authorized, such as prevention rather than treatment, end …
Why Dr. Hamid confirms that my female patients anecdotally report fluctuations in cravings depending on where they are in their cycle, with a tendency to consume sweet foods like chocolate in the days leading up to their period. In addition to new findings about insulin and the brain, there are several biological mechanisms that may …
How much alcohol can I drink while taking statins? There are no guidelines prohibiting alcohol consumption while taking statins, but Dr. Desai suggests discussing your typical weekly alcohol intake with a healthcare professional before starting medication. There is no absolute contraindication to alcohol consumption when taking a statin, but it is important to drink within …